Schengen
Schengen Area visa rules, 90/180-day calculator guidance, ETIAS updates, and border-free travel regulations across 27 European countries. Covers short-stay visas, overstay consequences, and transit rules.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesAre there any new restrictions or policy changes for Schengen visas in 2025?
No major new restrictions or policy changes have been announced by Schengen countries as of May 2025.
Read: India sets new record for Schengen visa applications, Spain leads demandWhich countries are implementing changes to their visa policies as of August 2025?
As of August 2025, the UK, India, and Saudi Arabia are implementing significant changes to their visa policies.
Read: August 2025 Immigration Updates: UK Fee Hikes, India Re 1 Visa, Saudi Work PermitsWhat changes are being made to the visa checks in Schengen Area for 2026?
Non-EU citizens entering the Schengen Area will provide fingerprints and facial images instead of receiving manual passport stamps under the Entry/Exit System.
Read: Europe Rolls Out Entry/exit System and Biometrics 2.0 for 2026 Visa ChecksWhat changes are happening to visa-free entry rules in 2026?
Starting in 2026, Mongolia’s visa-free entry rules will vary by nationality, with some countries requiring e-visas.
Read: Mongolia Extends Visa Exemption for 34 Countries Through 2026What are the new options for travelers whose Schengen visa applications are rejected after July 1, 2025?
Travelers can either submit a new visa application or file a formal judicial appeal in a German court.
Read: Germany Ends Visa Remonstration Procedure from July 1, 2025 Worldwide
Brussels Airport Warns of Border Control Delays as EU Entry/exit System Goes Live
Brussels Airport reports 3-hour delays for non-EU travelers due to new EES biometric checks. Passengers are advised to arrive 3 hours early for flights.
Europe Expands Return Hubs, Frontex Role in Deportations Amid Trump-Like Shift
EU lawmakers approve 'return hubs' in third countries and expanded deportation powers, signaling a hardline shift in migration…
European Union Aviation Safety Committee Reviews Kyrgyzstan’s Progress Toward EU Air Safety List Exit
Kyrgyzstan nears removal from the EU Air Safety List, with a final decision expected in May 2026 that…
Kazakhstan and EU Enter Final Stage of Visa Facilitation Talks
Kazakhstan and the EU aim to sign a visa facilitation deal in 2026 to reduce application fees and…
Incheon Airport Adds EU and Schengen Travelers to Smart Entry Service Automated Gates
South Korea expands automated Smart Entry e-gates to 42 countries, including Canada and 19 EU nations, to reduce…
Greece Launches Tech and Talent Visas, Eases EU Blue Card Rules
Greece launches new Tech and Talent visas and updates EU Blue Card rules to attract global skilled workers…
EU Leaders Tighten Schengen Entry Ban on Russian Veterans in Hybrid Warfare
Estonia urges a Schengen-wide entry ban on Russian war veterans, citing risks of sabotage and hybrid warfare while…
Hungary Investigates 20 Visa Applications with Forged Wrestling Federation India Letter
Wrestling Federation of India flags forged Hungary visa letter as a potential human trafficking attempt involving 12 individuals…
Portugal Ends Postal Visa Applications for Brazilians
Brazilian applicants must now book in-person Portugal visa appointments via VFS Global or the consulate starting April 17,…
EU Return Rules Toughened as LIBE Backs Deportation Plan
LIBE backed tougher EU return rules, expanding detention, offshore return hubs, and faster deportations. The proposal is not…